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DC General Specialist – Barry Manzella Department
Start time: (Must be flexible and willing to work all shifts as business needs require & willing to work in any relevant department when business needs require, or overtime is needed) Core hours will be 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Internal Candidates: 1) In good standing in current position; 2) In current role for a minimum of 6 months; 3) 2 years McKesson experience in the DC preferred; 4) Must have a supervisor recommendation 5) must have an excellent attendance record.
Overview:
This will be a high visibility, development focused role with the unique opportunity to see and work in almost every department throughout the distribution center as you build your skills and master each specialist task. Training and core tasks will start within our cold chain area and expand as business needs change. We’re seeking a candidate that’s looking to actively grow their career and skillset.
General Competencies:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Time Management:
Uses time efficiently; Makes timely decisions; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality, performance, and efficiency; Follows policies and procedures; Supports DC’s goals and values; Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Contributes to building in a positive team spirit.
Professionalism:
Understands the confidentiality of business transactions; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity, honesty and ethically; Reacts well under pressure; Keeps emotions under control; Treats others with respect, courtesy and consideration; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Is consistently punctual to work, meetings and appointments; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Follows instructions and responds to management direction; Desires to develop and mentor others to ensure success.
Responsibilities:
- Primary cold chain specialist during flu/vaccine peak season (Oct – Jan) to include but not limited to; induction, receiving, putaway, picking and packing (refrigerator and freezer)
- Support the Projects Team with DC process improvement projects
- Work in conjunction with the DC Training Team including but not limited to LMS & DPMO improvements/coaching and other high priority training needs
- Support the DC’s Inventory Team and help drive inventory accuracy and efficient slotting
- Help ensure customer returns are processed within defined time limits
- Drive efficient outbound order volume by managing replenishments and helping to clear roadblocks for the replenishment team
- Other tasks as assigned by Dept. Supervisor and/or Sr. Manager of Operations
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3+ years of related experience and 6 months McKesson experience
- Candidate must be able to learn and perform outbound and inbound functions in which they are not already proficient.
- Should be able to operate or become certified on all MHE equipment including stock picker, reach truck, and a powered pallet jack.
Critical skills:
- Critical thinking skills – root cause analysis
- Basic Math – add/subtract/multiply/divide
- Good Communication skills: Speak with individuals and groups to explain processes and train employees in accordance with SOP’s
- PC use – basic data entry, Excel, Word, Outlook
- E1/RF web – look up product info, locations, cycle count history
Education:
- Bilingual English/Spanish is highly preferred.
Career Level – IC – Operations Support – O
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Our Base Pay Range for this position
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